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Removing Indigenous history from Canadian curriculum is racist

Written on November 3, 2020. Posted in Editorials.

Recent proposals obtained by CBC suggest cutting references to residential schools and equity in Alberta’s school curriculums. This not only reflects the unjust pushing of a political agenda but is a disservice to children. Like it or not, residential schools and other violence against Indigenous...

Olivia Gilbertson explores her roots

Written on July 31, 2017. Posted in Arts.

Olivia Gilbertson has a mission: to explore her connection with her newly found Indigenous ancestry through painting, sculpture and textile works. Going into her final year of pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Art this coming Fall, Gilbertson, ArtSci `18, admits that she only began to bring together art...

QNSA celebrates Indigenous students and Indigenous presence at Queen's

Written on March 10, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

My name is Lauren Winkler, I’m the president of Queen’s Native Students Association (QNSA) and this year have taken on the role of Deputy of Indigenous Affairs of the Alma Mater Society’s Social Issues Commission. I’m finishing up my fourth year here at Queen’s with a major in History and minor in...

More than a dreamcatcher workshop

Written on March 4, 2016. Posted in Opinions.

There’s been a change among young people in Canada. They’re taking a stand against cultural appropriation and it seems there’s a growing trend of genuine interest in a more meaningful understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories and ways of being in the world. But while the interest in having...

Aboriginal courses are relevant to students, so make them a priority

Written on January 8, 2016. Posted in Editorials.

Expanding learning about Indigenous peoples is essential for the Canadian education system — but force-feeding it to students doesn’t make it any more palatable. In light of Canada’s prioritization of truth and reconciliation, universities are integrating Aboriginal issues into our education. For...

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Removing Indigenous history from Canadian curriculum is racist

Olivia Gilbertson explores her roots

QNSA celebrates Indigenous students and Indigenous presence at Queen's

More than a dreamcatcher workshop

Aboriginal courses are relevant to students, so make them a priority

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